The article discusses Singapore's role as a testing ground for autonomous vehicle (AV) technology, highlighting the city-state's proactive approach and support for the industry. Aptiv, a U.S.-Irish AV technology supplier, and its joint venture with Hyundai Motor Group, Motional, are central to the narrative. Motional has been testing a robotaxi service in Singapore since 2016 and is expanding to Las Vegas and Los Angeles. Singapore's Land Transport Authority and CETRAN are instrumental in approving AV trials, with a focus on safety and innovation. The article also mentions the importance of 5G technology in AV communication and Singapore's leading position in AV development according to Roland Berger's Autonomous Disruptive Radar assessment. Motional's growth in Singapore, with over 200 employees and significant investment, underscores the city's importance in the company's global operations.

Singapore is set to launch the world's largest floating solar panel testbed by the end of 2016, aiming to produce one megawatt of energy on Tengah reservoir. The project, managed by SERIS at the National University of Singapore, will test 10 different floating structures and PV modules over six months. The Economic Development Board is focusing on floating solar capabilities, and the HDB has been installing land-based solar panels since 2008. Singapore aims to generate 350 MWp of solar power, which is five percent of its energy needs, to conserve land space. The project involves collaboration between government agencies, local enterprises, and international companies, and will study the economic, technical, and environmental impacts of floating PV modules.